propofol with preservative.

Re: propofol with preservative.

Steph Smith BSc(hons) RVN — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 19:33:53 GMT

[quote user="bumble bee"]Has anyone noticed an increase of fitting under induction using the new propofol with preservative. We have had 3 cases since starting to use it.One patient never recovered & we've had two in the last 2 days.Anyone had any weird cases during induction.We would appreciate any comments as we dont want to loose another patient.

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We have a low case load for surgeries, and have used PropoFlo Plus for over 6 months. I've only had one fitting patient who did stabilise (springer spaniel). Our case load is only about 3 ops per week and mostly they are elective/short surgeries on mostly healthy patients.

Re: propofol with preservative.

Sandra Nicoll — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 13:52:37 GMT

Hi - as above we spoke tot he practice involved the same day so all investigations definitely under way. If anyone has any issues please do contact me direct (here or via contact details on packaging), pm etc...

Additionally I noticed your comment re under 5 months, this is no longer contraindicated and if you would like any information please contact me.

Re: propofol with preservative.

vickicannings — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:00:04 GMT

Hi,

We haven't had any issues (touch wood) but I know that half of our practice didn't know that it was contraindicative when used in animals under 5 months. Were your patients this young or older? I would agree and say definitely contact the Abbott and report the reactions. Hope you don't have any more

Vic

Re: propofol with preservative.

Sandra Nicoll — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 12:54:03 GMT

hi Bumble bee - I have sent you a PM with my contact details. Please contact me with the details and we will investigate.

Re: propofol with preservative.

Mark Hedberg — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 11:44:09 GMT

Definitely notify the manufacturer and find out of they've had any similar reports; would be my suggestion.